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P653 PEX

1996 Ford Probe

Red Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

123,481 mi
Last recorded123,481 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Ford Probe93,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP653 PEX
MakeFord
ModelProbe
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2013 123,481 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 119,092 miles

exhaust centre bracket broken but system still well supported

Pass 9 Jun 2011 115,105 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 111,813 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 111,813 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 104,823 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 104,823 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 99,738 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 99,738 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 93,573 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 88,641 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tryes feathering on inner edge

Fail 31 May 2006 88,640 miles

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres feathering on inner edge

How Reliable is the Ford Probe?

Based on 68,773 MOT tests across 11,550 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
3,995
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
11,550
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 6,655
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,961
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,508
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,616
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,033
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P653 PEX is a 1996 Ford Probe in Red with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1996 Ford Probe models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 93,331 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Probe fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 6,655 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P653 PEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Probe typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Ford Probe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P653 PEX registered?

P653 PEX is a 1996 Ford Probe, first registered on 23 November 1996.

Is P653 PEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P653 PEX shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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